WorldPublished: 16 October 2026 at 00:57

Bus hits train stopped on French side of Channel Tunnel, 19 injured

A bus struck a stationary train on the French side of the Channel Tunnel, injuring 19 people. Two were severely hurt, but no one's life appears to be in danger.

A bus has hit a train that had come to a stop on the French side of the Channel Tunnel, the undersea link between France and Britain. Nineteen people were injured in the collision.

Officials said two of the injured suffered severe injuries and were evacuated by helicopter. According to the officials, no one's life appeared to be in danger.

The source does not say exactly when the crash happened, what type of train and bus were involved, how many people were aboard, or what caused it. More details may emerge as the authorities provide further information.

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